Fire Test Technician - Building Products

Intertek•York, PA

7h•Onsite

About The Position

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world’s top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking a Fire Test Technician to join their Building & Construction team in York, Pennsylvania. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in building & construction products testing. Intertek's Building and Construction division is comprised of industry-leading brands across multiple architecture, engineering, and construction disciplines, focused on developing innovative product and project solutions. Intertek provides project-related assurance, testing, inspection, and consulting services, acting as a risk management and quality assurance partner to ensure the reliability, safety, and performance of new developments, existing assets, and facilities. The company is committed to continuous innovation and evolution to reduce risk for consumers, brands, and organizations globally, operating as a Total Quality Assurance Provider. The core purpose of Intertek is bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life. The Fire Test Technician is specifically responsible for preparing, conducting, and reporting small, intermediate, and large scale fire tests according to industry standards, and also for developing and coordinating non-standard projects. Intertek operates a global network of more than 1,000 laboratories and offices in over 100 countries, delivering innovative and bespoke Assurance, Testing, Inspection and Certification (ATIC) solutions. The Building & Construction team provides a full suite of capabilities both in the lab and on site to the architectural, engineering and construction (A/E/C) industry.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Knowledge of equipment and tools used in building construction.
Computer proficiency.
Able to follow direction and work independently and in a team environment.
Candidate must be able to lift, push and/or pull (infrequently) up to 75 lbs with assistance.
Must be able to bend down, climb ladders and reach over-head.
Must be able to work at heights up to 40 feet.
Valid driver’s license and reliable driving record is required.

Nice To Haves

General construction experience.
Knowledge of equipment and tools used in building construction.
Able to read and interpret technical standards and specifications.
Be able to read and understand drawings and build accordingly.

Responsibilities

Test and evaluate various building construction products in the laboratory.
Build and demolish mock-up test assemblies.
Prepare small, intermediate, and large-scale specimens.
Assist with client product installation (when needed).
Research and implement new test methods and procedures.
Take full responsibility for projects as assigned.
Establish and price basic test plans for fire testing standardized methods
Review and thoroughly understand contract requirements and document any deviations. Advise client of extra costs before they are incurred.
Coordinate with the project and department managers the test schedule with equipment schedule to optimize efficiency and client satisfaction.
Communicate with clients on test preparation, procedures, results, and reporting matters.
Write test protocols when required and obtain approvals as necessary.
Prepare and submit accurate and concise reports on all projects assigned.
Invoice for all assigned projects.